The 2-years Master of Science program in Economics is designed in order to meet the increasing demand for professionals with top quality skills in the private sector as well as international organizations and the public sector, in Sweden and all over the world.
The faculty at the Department of Economics is recognized for their research and education on important policy areas such as the energy sector, the environment and developing countries. Training in Economics improves the analytical skill and logical reasoning and it also improves the understanding of how society works. These skills are useful in a wide variety of occupational fields, including general business, government, law, banking and insurance.
The Finance program focuses on the problems of an advanced practitioner, in Sweden or internationally, and in particular on valuation under uncertainty. Prestigious representatives of the business community give seminars and classes, and several courses are held in the Finance Laboratory, which provides a unique opportunity for You to access investment bank research and use state-of-the-art technology.
The valuation concepts and techniques taught to you have proven applicability even outside the traditional investment banking community. Courses in the program aim to give deeper knowledge and operational understanding of concepts and techniques, thereby enabling You to apply them to practical problems. This combination of high level instruction and professional focus enhances Your employability.